Memoirs of a Madman
Ozzy Osbourne · 2014
78 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal
A powerful anthology of heavy metal anthems featuring theatrical vocals and dark, melodic instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with dramatic peaks theatrical vocals for emotional release heavy anthems for high energy
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Memoirs of a Madman' is a comprehensive compilation that highlights Ozzy Osbourne’s illustrious solo career since his debut in 1980. By this point, he had navigated numerous lineup changes and personal struggles, solidifying his status as a metal icon after decades in the industry.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, doom metal
Memoirs of a Madman is an album by Ozzy Osbourne, released in 2014. A powerful anthology of heavy metal anthems featuring theatrical vocals and dark, melodic instrumentation. This album showcases some of Ozzy's most impactful tracks, contributing significantly to his legacy in heavy metal. It debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews for its cohesive presentation of Osbourne's hits, reaffirming his influence across generations of rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Memoirs of a Madman sound like?
A powerful anthology of heavy metal anthems featuring theatrical vocals and dark, melodic instrumentation. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Memoirs of a Madman by Ozzy Osbourne notable?
This album showcases some of Ozzy's most impactful tracks, contributing significantly to his legacy in heavy metal. It debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart and received positive reviews for its cohesive presentation of Osbourne's hits, reaffirming his influence across generations of rock music. Released in 2014, 'Memoirs of a Madman' is a comprehensive compilation that highlights Ozzy Osbourne’s illustrious solo career since his debut in 1980. By this point, he had navigated numerous lineup changes and personal struggles, solidifying his status as a metal icon after decades in the industry.
Who is Memoirs of a Madman for?
Memoirs of a Madman works well if you're into dynamic journey with dramatic peaks, theatrical vocals for emotional release and heavy anthems for high energy.
How many songs are on Memoirs of a Madman?
Memoirs of a Madman has 17 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crazy Train Standout 4:51
- 2 Mr. Crowley 4:57
- 3 Flying High Again 4:43
- 4 Over the Mountain 4:32
- 5 Bark at the Moon 4:17
- 6 The Ultimate Sin 3:45
- 7 Miracle Man 3:44
- 8 No More Tears (edit) Standout 5:55
- 9 Mama, I'm Coming Home Standout 4:12
- 10 Road to Nowhere 5:10
- 11 Perry Mason 5:53
- 12 I Just Want You 4:55
- 13 Gets Me Through 5:06
- 14 Changes 4:09
- 15 I Don't Wanna Stop 4:02
- 16 Let Me Hear You Scream 3:27
- 17 Paranoid (live) 4:18
Release Date
October 14, 2014
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
78 min 2 sec
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